Electrical panel upgrade cost calculator

Pick the new service size, add permits, and enter your ZIP. Prices combine Fixr's and HomeAdvisor's amperage tables.

$2,400Typical 200 amp upgrade

$1,300 to $3,000Most 200 amp jobs (This Old House)

$100 to $500The panel itself (This Old House)

Electrical panel upgrade cost

$1,550 to $3,250

Typical $2,400 (US average)

$1,550Low

$3,250High

Panel work needs a permit and usually the utility to disconnect and reconnect power. A licensed electrician should do it.

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How we got this

200 amps$1,550 to $3,250 (typical $2,400)Fixr $1,800 to $4,500, HomeAdvisor $1,300 to $2,000; middle of the two.
RegionUS average prices (no ZIP entered)Enter a ZIP to scale the labor part of the price to your state's wages.
Total$1,550 to $3,250, typical $2,400

Item	Qty	Low	Typical	High
Electrical panel upgrade to 200 amps, installed	1	$1,550	$2,400	$3,250
Total		$1,550	$2,400	$3,250

Sources: Fixr, electrical panel upgrade cost; HomeAdvisor, electrical panel replacement cost; This Old House, electrical panel upgrade cost; BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (state and national files); US Census Bureau, 2020 ZIP Code Tabulation Area to county relationship file. Checked 2026-10-09.

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Key takeaways

A 200 amp panel upgrade usually costs $1,550 to $3,250 in the calculator, about $2,400 typical.
This Old House says most homeowners pay $1,300 to $3,000 to go from 100 to 200 amps.
The box is cheap. The labor, breakers, meter base and service work are the bill.
Heat pumps, EV chargers and electric ranges are the usual reasons to upgrade.

Panel cost by service size

Service	Fixr	HomeAdvisor	Calculator typical
100 amps	$1,200 to $1,800	$800 to $1,500	$1,325
150 amps	$1,500 to $2,800	$1,300 to $1,600	$1,800
200 amps	$1,800 to $4,500	$1,300 to $2,000	$2,400
300 amps	$3,500 to $7,500	Not listed	$5,500
400 amps	$8,000 to $12,000	$2,000 to $4,000	$6,500

When a panel needs upgrading

Breakers that trip often, a fuse box, no open slots, or a new heat pump, EV charger or range are the common reasons. HomeAdvisor notes many older homes have only 60 amp service. An electrician runs a load calculation to decide the size.

Permits and patching

HomeAdvisor says permits and drywall repairs add $150 to $300. If the utility's service drop or the meter base has to change, the work and the timeline grow. Fixr lists replacing a panel at $1,000 to $3,500 and upgrading at $1,500 to $5,000.

A worked example

A 200 amp upgrade at the US average comes to $1,550 to $3,250, about $2,400 typical, or about $2,625 with permits and patching. Enter a ZIP to scale the 60% labor share.

Quoting panel work

Show the load calculation. It justifies the size.
Separate panel, service and permit.
Schedule the utility. Put the date on the estimate.

Send it from Koira and take a deposit for the panel.

Last checked October 9, 2026. More for your trade: how electricians run on Koira.

FAQ

How much does it cost to upgrade to a 200 amp panel?

This Old House says most homeowners pay $1,300 to $3,000.

How much does a new electrical panel cost?

Fixr's average is $3,000. HomeAdvisor's is $1,347.

Do I need a permit for a panel upgrade?

Yes, almost everywhere, with an inspection.

How long does a panel upgrade take?

Often a day of work, plus scheduling the utility.

Do I need a bigger panel for an EV charger?

Often on older 100 amp services. A load calculation decides it.

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